All roundupsMidwest · week ending September 28, 2026
The week in rare birds
This week's Midwest activity highlights coastal vagrants and lingering migrants across multiple states. Notable highlights include a Fork-tailed Flycatcher stakeout in Indiana and strong gull activity throughout the region.
An exceptional stakeout continues for this western vagrant in Millersburg, Indiana, as of September 27. This represents the sole Midwest record among 85 verified reports, making it a sought-after destination for regional birders.
This gull species has been reported at 97 locations across nine Midwest and regional states. The latest sighting on September 27 at Hueston Woods SP in Ohio documented up to six birds.
Hueston Woods SP--Sugar Camp Area and Fishing Pier · September 27, 2026 · 1 bird
A Brown Pelican was documented at Eagle Creek Park, Indiana, on September 27, representing one of only two state records. This coastal vagrant continues a pattern among 124 regional reports.
A notable concentration of up to 36 Red Crossbills appeared at the Boat Ramp at Davis Creek Reservoir, Nebraska, on September 27. This represents the highest count among 43 recent reports across six states.
Davis Creek Reservoir--Boat Ramp · September 27, 2026 · 2 birds
A flock of up to 19 White-faced Ibis was recorded at Eagle Creek Park North Loop, Indiana, on September 27. This represents strong activity among 41 recent reports across five states.
Eagle Creek Park--North Loop · September 27, 2026 · 1 bird
A Little Gull was confirmed at Titlow Lake in Sibley County, Minnesota, on September 27, representing the only Midwest state record. This rare gull has generated 54 verified reports at this single location.
Titlow Lake (Sibley Co.) · September 27, 2026 · 1 bird
